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Abstain

Yes, abstain is a valid Scrabble word. It has 7 letters and is worth 9 points in Scrabble.

What does abstain mean?

verb

  1. refrain from voting
  2. choose not to consume I abstain from alcohol

Definitions from WordNet 3.0, Princeton University.

Synonyms for abstain

Word facts

Letters7
Vowels / consonants3 / 4
Scrabble points9
In the ENABLE word listYes
How commonLess common

Anagrams of abstain

No other dictionary word uses exactly the letters ABSTAIN.

Words you can make from abstain

Unscramble ABSTAIN for every word

Frequently asked questions

Is abstain a valid Scrabble word?

Yes. Abstain is in the ENABLE word list used by many word games, so it is generally playable in Scrabble and Words With Friends.

How many points is abstain worth in Scrabble?

Abstain is worth 9 points in Scrabble, before any premium squares.

What does abstain mean?

Abstain means: refrain from voting.